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as in factions
a group of people acting together within a larger group
a whole bloc of students got together to complain
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as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
the bloc that the United States and most of western Europe formed during the Cold War
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Recent Examples of blocs
Parties must win at least 4% of the vote to enter, while blocs made up of three or more parties must hit 8%.
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Avet Demourian, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Two political blocs and 17 parties are taking part in Sunday's election.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
Several trading blocs that had previously entered into trade negotiations with the United States, including Canada, Mexico, the European Union, Ecuador, Indonesia and Pakistan, would be subject to the new 10% tariff.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
North Texans are eager to cast their ballots, and among the region's largest and most influential voting blocs are Latino voters.
—Marissa Armas, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Jackson also said the provision shaped the 1st, 4th and 7th Congressional Districts in the Chicago area and include Black and Hispanic voting blocs.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
These were blocs that America Votes coalition members had focused on for years, with plenty of money and dedicated staff.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Republican strategists are increasingly wary that the administration’s support for AI could trigger a backlash among key voter blocs, including farming communities, ahead of November’s midterm elections.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
Noureldin said the government could wield the lists to analyze who voted for and against candidates, potentially targeting individuals and voting blocs.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Avet Demourian, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Two political blocs and 17 parties are taking part in Sunday's election.
—ABC News, 7 June 2026
Several trading blocs that had previously entered into trade negotiations with the United States, including Canada, Mexico, the European Union, Ecuador, Indonesia and Pakistan, would be subject to the new 10% tariff.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 June 2026
North Texans are eager to cast their ballots, and among the region's largest and most influential voting blocs are Latino voters.
—Marissa Armas, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Jackson also said the provision shaped the 1st, 4th and 7th Congressional Districts in the Chicago area and include Black and Hispanic voting blocs.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
These were blocs that America Votes coalition members had focused on for years, with plenty of money and dedicated staff.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Republican strategists are increasingly wary that the administration’s support for AI could trigger a backlash among key voter blocs, including farming communities, ahead of November’s midterm elections.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
Noureldin said the government could wield the lists to analyze who voted for and against candidates, potentially targeting individuals and voting blocs.
—Bart Jansen, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blocs
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In 2018, tensions between the Service Employees International Union and smaller unions split the labor coalition into two factions.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Season 3 continues the bloody battle between the warring factions of the House of Targaryen for control of the Iron Throne.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
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The coalitions’ members are already doing many of the things outlined in Abbott’s letter, such as using advanced cooling technologies, working closely with communities and paying for power and energy infrastructure costs, Diorio said.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
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In diverse Los Angeles, mayors are elected by building coalitions, ethnically and geographically.—
Michael R. Blood,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2026
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These watch parties are open to the public and do not require a ticket.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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While members of both parties who cite privacy issues have long wanted to limit the authority, there was broad bipartisan support to renew it, especially after Republicans and Democrats recently worked out a compromise bill.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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To succeed, Democrats must now demonstrate that, despite the costs, America’s security at home depends on its influence abroad; shaping foreign policy around traditional values benefits Americans; and respecting alliances is a source of strength.—
Missy Ryan,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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In practice, these transfers can help members build alliances, strengthen their party standing and direct resources to competitive races.—
Mayank Kejriwal,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
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Beneath the bridge, on both sides of the narrow waterway, a wide trail ran along the lake.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Fast, creative as a dribbler, a passer and a crosser, tireless, selfless, effective on both sides of the pitch and a threat to score from anywhere inside 30 yards.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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During last year’s budget negotiations, public sector unions signed new agreements with the state that resulted in moderate pay increases in exchange for suspending retirement contributions and instituting a leave program for state employees.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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The measure is designed to prevent landlords from punishing tenants who exercise their legal rights, including filing complaints, joining tenant unions, withholding rent for serious issues, or speaking publicly about unsafe housing.—
Gabby Sartori,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Advancing into the knockout rounds brings additional prize money, more broadcast exposure, more sponsor visibility and a longer commercial runway for federations and players.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Gang federations such as the G9, for example, has blockaded access to ports and restricted access to gasoline and diesel supplies, while other groups, including the 5 Segonn gang, have periodically blocked access to the private Port Lafito.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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Michele Kang, a billionaire entrepreneur, has made consistent bets on the growth of women’s sports—investments that should pay off given rising viewership, attendance, and valuations for teams and leagues.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
9 June 2026
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The Padres led the major leagues with 48 sacrifice bunts in 2025 and were second with 28 sacrifice bunts in ‘24.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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“Blocs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocs. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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